It is said that if music is the body of a song, then lyrics is the soul of it and the soul needs to be decorated well to connect the hearts of the listeners. When it comes to building a connection with the heart of the listeners via words, nobody does it better than renowned poet Manoj Muntashir. Manoj Muntashir, who has penned deeply soulful words for many melodious songs, has become one of the most celebrated songwriters in the Bollywodd. Whether it's his poems or the songs he pens for Hindi films, his words have the power to sweep you off your feet.
If you are a sucker for such meaningful poetry, here are the top 10 beautiful songs penned by lyricist and poet Manoj Muntashir that are worth listening to on loop.
1. Teri Mitti (Kesari): The song that pumped the feel of patriotism in the veins of the whole nation, is one of the biggest highlights of Manoj’s career. In the voice of B Praak, the song served some really hard-hitting lines.
2. Kaun Tujhe (MS Dhoni): Only Manoj can write a song that bridges the past and the present. What Manoj tried to describe in this song is the feeling of pure love. Crooned by Palak Muchhal, Kaun Tujhe won hearts with its subtle tune and expressive lyrics.
3. Mere Rashqe Qamar (Baadshaho): From the film ‘Baadshaho’, this Qawali number was sung by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. The recreated number had a beautiful uniqueness to it thanks to words strung together by Muntashir. Even today, the song is considered to be one of his best works.
4. Galliyan (Ek Villian): Whether it be Awari or Humdard, every song of Ek Villain was truly incredible. But the song that impressed me the most was Galliyan. Featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Shraddha Kapoor, the song was shot in the beautiful backdrop of beaches and mountains.
5. Tere Sang Yara (Rustom): In the voice of Atif Aslam, this song is an emotional rollercoaster ride. The soft romantic number went on to climb the music charts instantly and also won many awards that year.
6. Kaise Hua (Kabir Singh): Kaise Hua from Kabir Singh is one of the biggest songs from the megahit album of last year. The song depicts Kabir falling in love with Preeti and how he tries to woo her. Written by Manoj Muntashir, the romantic song became a hit the moment it came out.
7. Kaun Hai Voh (Bahubaali): Oh My God, this was our honest reaction when we first heard this song from Bahubaali that depicts the power of Mahindra Bahubali. Sung by Kailash Kher this song got blessed by the words of Manoj.
8. Kuch Din (Kaabil): Kaabil was indeed a modern-day love story until Yami gets murdered. This cute love story got blessed by the soulful words of Manoj. Every time you listen to this song, you will feel like this song shines even more than last time.
9. Dekhte Dekhte (Batti Gul Meter Chalu): We all earn to have someone special in life – someone who gets you inside and out, someone who means more to you than yourself. Manoj caught that feeling and how in this pen written towards all those that got away.
10. Tum Mere Ho (Hate Story 3): The words aptly bring out the pain internalized by the central character. It’s said that those present at the recording had trouble keeping their eyes dry.
